The sponge by the sink can turn a finished wash into a bacterial handoff. It looks harmless. When its pores stay wet, food residue and microorganisms can settle into a biofilm, then ride back onto plates, glasses, and cutlery during the final wipe. You may be polishing dinnerware with yesterday's microbes.Your drying setup matters more than most kitchen habits admit. Dampness lingers. When bowls, ...More